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$736,421$301 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $265,000 on Jul 15, 2013

517 EMERSON DR

RALEIGH, NC 27609
3
Baths
2,450 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$736K
$653K low$820K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$265,000 · Jul 15, 2013
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$524,421
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$419,537
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.29%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$212,000
RIVER COMMUNITY BANK · recorded Jul 15, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,767 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$544,316 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$470,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$74,316
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$544,316
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$544,316

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.17
28
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWake
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 288 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Carroll Magnet Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Green Magnet Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Sanderson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27609These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,912
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

517 Emerson Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Raleigh 27609
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27609

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$169K$3M

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Raleigh 27609.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27609.

Estimated value$736,421
CheaperTypical $605,669Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $302Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,450 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,976 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 517 Emerson Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidtown RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$736,42148% of homes65% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30132% of homes50% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than2,450 ft²56% of homes69% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac55% of homes66% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than196638% of homes28% of homes9% of homes

About 517 Emerson Dr

How much is 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC is $736,421 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $652,803 to $820,039. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jul 15, 2013 for $265,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC?

517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,450 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC?

517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Carroll Magnet Middle School (middle), rated C+; Green Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Sanderson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,079 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is worth more than 65% of them ($736,421 against a typical $605,669), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($301 against a typical $302), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,450 ft² against a typical 1,976 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1966 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 80% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 517 Emerson Dr, Raleigh, NC was $4,767. The county assessed it at $544,316.

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